USAID provides $825 million to support Ukraine's energy sector ahead of winter

On the eve of winter, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated 825 million dollars to support Ukraine's energy system, which is constantly under attack by Russia. this was stated by USAID Administrator Samantha Power during her visit to Kyiv, reports "Radio Liberty", writes UNN.

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According to her, this amount is twice as much as USAID allocated for energy last year.

As winter approaches, Putin is once again attacking energy infrastructure, hoping to use the cold weather as a weapon against the Ukrainian people. That is why we have committed $825 million to Ukraine's energy system this winter. This is almost twice as much as we invested last year. And these resources will now allow us to support those who are making repairs, increasing capacity, and protecting critical infrastructure

Samantha Power also announced the launch of a 5-year rehabilitation program for Ukrainians, Rehab for You, for which the agency has allocated $13 million. According to Power, more than 250,000 people in Ukraine are currently in need of rehabilitation support.

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In addition, as UNN  has already reported, USAID is allocating $237 million for humanitarian aid to Ukraine. The funds are allocated through USAID and the US State Department, said Samantha Power.

This new funding will help provide life-saving items such as food, shelter and medical services for Ukrainians inside the country and displaced people outside. Importantly, it will also help households prepare for the cold weather we are already experiencing. Thermal blankets, bedding, winter clothing

Recall

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with USAID Administrator Samantha Power. They discussed energy recovery, business support, and reforms, including customs.